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| Effect of Physical and Virtual Laboratories on the Interest and Achievement of Senior Secondary School Students In Biology In Makurdi L.G.A, Benue State
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Atsuwe Bernard Aondofa Ph.D and Ode, Kingsley Uturu
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Abstract:
The study investigated the effects of physical and virtual laboratories on the interest and achievement of senior secondary school students in biology in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State. The researcher formulated three objectives, three research questions and three hypotheses that guided the study. The study employs quasi experimental design with the population of four thousand two hundred and forty three (4,243) students in the study Area. Simple random technique was used in sampling two hundred (200) students for the study. The study used Biology achievement test (BAT) in data collection. The study uses mean and standard deviation to answer research questions while T-test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05% level of significance. The result from the analysis showed that there is significant effect of Physical Laboratories and lecture methods on Students' Interest in Biology, also the study revealed that there is significant effect of Physical Laboratories and lecture methods on Students' Achievement in Biology. Finally, the study showed that there is significance effect of Physical Laboratories and virtual laboratories on biology students. In conclusion, the findings of this study underscore the considerable impact of integrating physical laboratories and lecture methods on both students' interest and achievement in biology. The evidence suggests that the hands-on experience provided by physical laboratories fosters a heightened interest in the subject, promoting a more engaging and dynamic learning environment. Moreover, the positive correlation between the use of physical laboratories and enhanced academic achievement emphasizes the importance of experiential learning in reinforcing theoretical concepts. The study therefor recommended that Educational institutions should consider increasing the integration of physical laboratories in biology curricula. This hands-on experience is crucial in fostering a deeper interest in the subject and creating a more engaging and dynamic learning environment. Schools and colleges can invest in well-equipped laboratory facilities and encourage educators to incorporate more practical experiments into their teaching methodologies, also educators (Teachers) should receive professional development opportunities. Training sessions can focus on innovative and effective ways to integrate hands-on experiences into lectures, ensuring that educators are well-prepared to utilize laboratory resources to enhance students' interest and understanding of biology.
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